Every community needs a strong safety net to support individuals and families facing crisis. When people experience a temporary setback or emergency, quick access to food, shelter and other essentials can make all the difference.
Cedar Valley United Way invests in programs that provide immediate, short-term assistance to help people regain stability. These programs focus on meeting urgent needs rather than long-term outcomes, ensuring that help is available when it's needed most.
Our Emergency and Basic Needs investments support services such as:
- Access to food, shelter and rent assistance
- Remove immediate barriers to safety or employment
Grants in this area range from $10,000 to $75,000 annually. Clients served must have an income below 200% of the federal poverty level.
Together, we're helping our neighbors recover from crisis and rebuild toward a more stable future.
TOTAL EMERGENCY AND BASIC NEEDS GRANTS | $164,405.17
Northeast Iowa Food Bank
Cedar Valley Food Pantry | $30,750
The Salvation Army
Food Assistance | $6,200
University of Northern Iowa Foundation
Veggie Vouchers | $5,150
American Red Cross
Disaster Services - Preparedness, Response and Recovery | $12,300
Jesse Cosby Neighborhood Center
No One Without a Home | $12,000
Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging
Assisted Transportation | $8,200
Operation Threshold
Pocket Change | $13,500
The Salvation Army
All-Purpose Aid | $5,000
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque
Poverty Reduction Services | $8,200
Operation Threshold
Safe and Stable Housing | $10,000
The Salvation Army
Rent/Utility Assistance | $10,000
The Salvation Army
Housing Services | $30,805.17
Operation Threshold
Crisis Utility Assistance | $12,300